Financial Literacy

Career Readiness

Entrepreneurship

Inspiring Students in our Local Community

Junior Achievement of South Central PA is a nonprofit that inspires and prepares students for success after high school.

HOW YOU CAN GET STARTED

Junior Achievement of South Central provides several ways that you can get involved whether you're someone looking to volunteer, part of a district or school looking for educational materials, or part of a business looking to help us expand the reach of our mission.

Volunteers

At JA you can BE the difference by inspiring our local students.

Educators

JA provides hands-on, volunteer-led programs free of charge to schools/students.

Partners

JA partners with businesses and individuals to fund the programs for our local students.

RESOURCES

Volunteer Training

Prepare for your upcoming volunteer opportunity. Complete online training

Student Resources

Information geared toward students who want to learn more about finances, career readiness and entrepreneurship

Events

Join us for
Putt for Education and
A Global Tasting.

Junior Achievement of South Central PA Spotlight

  • JA BizTown

    JA BizTown is an interactive educational program designed for students to experience the workings of a community and the economy. Through hands-on activities, students assume various roles in a simulated town, managing businesses and learning about financial literacy, teamwork, and civic responsibility. The program aims to inspire 5th-6th grade students to understand the principles of entrepreneurship and develop essential life skills in a fun and engaging environment.

  • Fundamentals

    Volunteer-led programs in grades Pre-k through 5. Five sessions where students engage in hands-on activities. Available to all schools in our 14 county region.

  • JA Inspire - Career Resource

    JA Inspire is a career resource for students in grades 7-12. Students virtually visit local and national company booths to learn about careers. This career resource is available to all schools within our region.

  • A Global Tasting - April 26, 2025

    Mark your calendars! “A Global Tasting” Food, Wine, Craft Beer and Silent Auction will be held at Junior Achievement-610 South George Street, York on April 26, 2025, from 7-10 PM. This is JA’s premier fundraiser, and our goal is to raise over $100,000 to support JA’s mission of empowering students with the financial, entrepreneurial, and leadership skills they need to embark on a successful future.  

109,588

Students Reached Locally
2023-2024

8,099

Community Volunteers
2023-2024

3,654

South central PA Programs
2023-2024

332

Participating Schools
2023-2024

Thank you to the following organizations who are committed to

Inspiring Tomorrows in south central PA!

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